Athletic Trainer

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

The certified athletic trainer is charged with managing the health care of participating athletes. This includes, but is not limited to, first aid/emergency care, on-site injury evaluation, appropriate modalities, prevention and rehabilitation programs and medical referrals.

The certified athletic trainer should be able to multi-task and be available for possible early morning shifts, late afternoons, evenings and weekends.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Able to spend various amounts of time standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching and twisting.

Able to lift 50 pounds frequently.

Able to work indoors and outdoors for various amounts of time.

Requirements

• Required Licenses and Certifications: National certification (ATC) through the Board of Certification, Inc. Current CPR Certification
• Education: Bachelor's degree Master's degree preferred
• Work Experience: Minimum three years athletic training experience in a sports environment preferred.

Qualifications

• Synergy: Through collaboration & continuation improvement
• Empathy: Through compassion & patient-centered care
• Integrity: Through trust & ethical accountability
• Optimization: Through operational efficiency

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) and profit sharing
• Paid time off

About the Role

Learn more About Orthopedic Physicians Alaska at www.OPAlaska.com.

Skills

Comply with OSHA blood borne pathogen standards.

Order, maintain and inventory supplies and clinical equipment.

Keep athletic training room and clinical area safe, clean and organized.

Maintain athletes' medical records and submit injury reports as required.

Perform duties to assist team physicians, including but not limited to bracing, casting, evaluation, and patient care.

Organize pre- and post-participation physicals.

Supervise student athletic trainers, aides and volunteers.

Design and implement injury prevention, performance enhancement, and wellness programs for the physically active.

Instruct athletes, parents, coaches, medical personnel, and other community members in proper care and prevention of athletic injuries.

Participate in select community service/educational programs related to sports medicine.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, FSA or HSA, life, and disability insurance
• Profit sharing
• 401(k)
• Paid time off starting at three weeks per year